This is a forum where people can gather information and inspiration. One of our goals is to make "norsiglar.com" Guatemala (Maya Indians), Belize, Turkey, Tonga, San Blas, Panama, (Kuna Indians), Honduras & French Polynesia, Here we deal with planning, equipping and execution of a long offshore voyage, the most commonly asked questions concerning the as well as the logistics and psychological aspects of such an unusual lifestyle. We are developing a number of interactive knowledge tests, i.e. within geography, navigation, anthropology, sociology, marine biology, foreign currencies, etc. Also, we intend to activate a forum for "Crew Coordination" and a "Buy, Sell &Trade" Section for Boats and Equipment - to mention a few of the options we are working on.
the Skipper's back operation in Morocco, Two break-ins, half a year in pirate infested waters, caught in a huge fish net on the Indian Ocean, Close contact with primitive cultures and people we met underway, natives as well as fellow offshore sailors from around the world. Contact with radio amateurs worldwide, the ocean crossings, transits of the Panama and Corinthian Canals, paradisiacal anchorages and helping poor people in isolated places with eyeglasses ("gift of eye sight"). In San Plas, Panama, we helped a Kuna Indian family transport a dead man on NOR SIGLAR's deck from one island to another to his funeral. In Morocco, we have "adopted" a poor Muslim family.
Collision with whale, injured crew, seasickness, emergency stop in Algeria. Storm in the Gulf of Papagayo (Nicaragua), grounding and electrolysis in Indonesia, Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands. Basically, we have enjoyed the places where we have stayed the longest the most, especially isolated cultures with a primitive life style and ancient traditions.
Soon, a list of "Frequently asked Questions" (FAQ) will be available.
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